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Statewide Burn Ban Lifted, Rochester Fire Department Urges Caution

The New Hampshire Division of Forests and Lands has lifted the statewide prohibition on open burning and smoking in or near woodlands, effective October 29, 2025. According to the NH Forest Protection Bureau, recent rainfall, increased humidity, and improved soil moisture have significantly reduced the...
Police Department

Rochester Police Department Launches New Online Crime Mapping Tool

The Rochester Police Department is announcing a new crime mapping feature on its website, giving residents real-time access to information about criminal activity in the community. The new tool is part of the department's Crime Scene Intelligence (CSI) system, which provides CompStat analysis, crime mapping,...

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City of Rochester accepting applications for Fire Chief

The City of Rochester is seeking a new Fire Chief, following Mark Klose's retirement...
Police Department

Police Department hosting Job Fair 2/19

The Rochester Police Department will be hosting a Job Fair from 1-3pm on Saturday,...
Municipal

Heavy snow ahead, City reminds motorists about Parking Bans

With heavy snow forecasted this weekend, the City of Rochester is reminding motorists about...
Downtown

Flashing beacon installed at busy crosswalk in Central Square

Earlier this month, Public Works installed a second reflective flashing beacon at a crosswalk...
Public Safety

Temporary Warming Centers open at City Hall and Public Library

The blast of arctic air that moved into the region is prompting the City...
Police Department

Police Commission swears in Jason Thomas as Deputy Chief, promotes others

During the Police Commission meeting on Wednesday, January 5, Jason Thomas was officially sworn...
Public Safety

Emergency services respond to serious head-on collision on North Main St.

On Sunday, January 2, 2022, at approximately 10:34 am, Emergency Services responded to the...
Police Department

Take a look: Changing of the Guard Ceremony held on 12/30

After more than 25 years of service, Chief Paul Toussaint announced his retirement in...
Public Safety

State of NH opens vaccination site at Spaulding Commons, near Planet Fitness

The State of NH has contracted On-site Medical Services to provide COVID-19 vaccinations, boosters,...
Public Safety

State of NH offering free at-home COVID-19 PCR Tests

New Hampshire and Vault Medical Services have teamed up to offer at-home COVID-19 saliva...
Police Department

Changing of the Guard Ceremony scheduled for 12/30

In November, after more than 25 years of service, Rochester Police Chief Paul Toussaint...
Public Safety

FYI: Winter Parking Bans, Snow Removal and Ice Control

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6exweUnmZT8&ab_channel=CityofRochester%2CNH Snow and ice can create difficulties for residents, businesses, and travelers.  Please keep in...
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Municipal

City Offices Closed Tuesday, November 11, in Observance of Veterans Day

In observance of Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, all Municipal Offices, including...
Arts & Culture

Rochester Historical Society to Host Railroad Talk on 11/13

The Rochester Historical Society will host a presentation on the city’s railroad history on...
Arts & Culture

Rochester Museum of Fine Arts Presents ‘East Coast Skateboarding’ by Michael Cirelli

The Rochester Museum of Fine Arts is pleased to announce East Coast Skateboarding, an...
Business

Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce Kicks Off 2025 Small Business Season

The Greater Rochester Chamber of Commerce announces the launch of its 2025 Small Business...

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